Railroad Development in Texas

What was the length of railroad track in Texas prior to the 1860s?

By 1890, how many miles of new railroad track had been laid in Texas?

Wells were built along railroad lines in Texas because:

• they provided water for steam locomotives.

• they were used for irrigation purposes.

• they served as tourist attractions.

• they marked territorial boundaries.

How did the railroad companies help Texas businesses to grow?

• By providing faster transportation for goods

• By increasing the cost of shipping

• By limiting access to markets

• By reducing the workforce

What changes did the cattle industry experience due to railroad development in Texas?

• Increased cattle drives

• Decline in cattle ranching

• Expansion of cattle markets

• Reduction in cattle population